Structural Analysis Engineer

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We have a number of exciting opportunities to work at various levels within our structural analysis and simulation function at Leonardo Helicopters.

Working as a Structural Analysis Engineer at our Yeovil site, you will have the pride of seeing your work on our product ranges, grow from a 3D concept through to installation and flight and you will play a part in the continued growth in our capability for the future.

As part of the Structures Team you will be responsible for developing structural design solutions in collaboration with other engineering departments and key stakeholders, for our wide product range encompassing conventional helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air systems.

Our analysis team supports both the UK and Italian geographies so although based in the UK there is the opportunity to work on our full product range.

Structural Analysis Engineer

You’ll be responsible for coordination, creation and delivery of varied and challenging static and dynamic analysis & test activities including airworthiness compliance documentation, concurrently engineered with the collaboration of Design/Analysis/Certification & Qualification/Manufacturing.

Working at a more senior level you would be mentoring whilst leading teams of Structural engineers in order to achieve delivery of fit for purpose design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • The ability to own problems and provide pragmatic solutions to challenging timescales and budgets
  • Experience in the analysis of complex engineering structures
  • Knowledge in conventional (hand calculation) and numerical (finite element) techniques for static analysis
  • A working knowledge of fatigue and damage tolerance
  • Knowledge of composite materials and analysis principles
  • Experience in using MSC NASTRAN
  • Experience in using Altair HyperMesh

Senior Level Requirements

  • Evidence of working in a regulated environment with knowledge of airworthiness regulations e.g. MAA, EASA or FAA.
  • Expert knowledge in conventional (hand calculation) and numerical (finite element) techniques for static analysis
  • Hold a delegated specialist signatory
  • The ability to plan and execute tasks to achieve timescales and costs
  • Experience in working with cross functional teams
  • Experience of assessing repairs for structural strength and impact on fatigue life
  • Experience in leading and mentoring teams of engineers to deliver projects successfully

Desirable Knowledge

  • Non-linear dynamic solutions such as crash modelling and impact using Abaqus

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Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

Benefits

  • Flexible Working:Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
  • Company funded flexible benefits:Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
  • Holidays:25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
  • Pension:Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
  • Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
  • Lifestyle:Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
  • Training:Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
  • Referral Incentive:You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
  • Bonus:Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below

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Created on 03/03/2025 by TN United Kingdom

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